Kennedy’s Disease: Understanding the Genetics, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Management of Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy

ByChristina

Introduction Kennedy’s Disease, also known as Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy (SBMA), is a rare, inherited neuromuscular disorder primarily affecting males. This debilitating condition causes progressive muscle weakness and atrophy, impacting motor neurons in the spinal cord and brainstem. Understanding Kennedy’s Disease is crucial for early diagnosis, appropriate management, and providing genetic counseling to families…

Understanding TMA and the Enigma of Melanie Blind

ByChristina

Introduction Imagine a sudden, blinding darkness engulfing one eye, a world erased from memory, leaving only a fleeting moment of disorientation. This isn’t a scene from a science fiction thriller; it’s a glimpse into the reality of Transient Monocular Amnesia (TMA), a rare and often perplexing neurological phenomenon. TMA involves the temporary loss of vision…